Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...a minor in Mathematics in the spring of 2018. While at the University of the Sciences I was a peer tutor for Calculus I and II, and I was a teaching assistant for General Chemistry, Microbiology, and Genetics. This Fall I will be pursuing my masters degree at Temple University in Actuarial Science. I tutor a broad range of subject areas mostly in the math and sciences. I believe that relating the material back to...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...less without any need for a teacher. Unfortunately, these people are the exception by far. Most of us do need guidance, and that is why people like me have a job. Again, in an ideal world, this would be where the teacher's role would end, but, as mentioned above, many students find themselves distracted from their learning by a variety of factors or even impaired by gaps in background knowledge and skills. It then becomes...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...It is habits such as curiosity, critical thinking, open-mindedness, respect, and cooperation that I hope to pass on to my students. My love-affair with language began at the University of Delaware where I graduated with a B.A. in English. Inspired to spread my passion for literature, I attended Simmons College, where I earned a Master's degree in Education. Upon receiving my teaching certification, I worked as an English teacher at Cambridge Rindge and Latin High...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...revolved around teaching and writing. I worked on a PhD in English at Berkeley, earned an MA in The Writing Seminars at Johns Hopkins University, and received an MFA in Nonfiction Writing at Goucher College. My career has centered on education: I taught undergraduates and graduate students in the creative writing department at Johns Hopkins for two years. I then taught essay and academic writing at George Washington University for seven years. During that time,...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...and Social Science. I'm also a published historian. I've provided feedback and proofreading for expository writing, creative writing, and academic essays for years and am currently an ESL Tutor for young Ukrainians hoping to improve their English. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, History, and French. In my experience helping students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun prepping for the Critical...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...acquainted with many of the schools in the area. I attended Skidmore College as an undergraduate, where I studied the intersections of philosophy, government, religion, and history. Skidmore was also where I began to gain formal experience working with young students, specifically by working as a Classroom Assistant. After graduating from Skidmore with honors, I began to work on my MA at The New School for Social Research, where I am focusing on Ancient, Modern,...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...on English, writing, literature, and English as a Second Language (ESL). As a tutor, I've worked with high school students on SAT, TOEFL and IELTS prep and as a writing mentor at Wesleyan, I've helped both freshmen and seniors structure, craft, and refine their essays. My approach towards teaching is to focus on long-term learning: yes, we'll master tips, tricks and test strategies, but we'll also work on developing the key skills and approaches that...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...or not they know it. It can be hard for some students to find a reason to be engaged in their education when they're in large classes, but tutoring offers a unique opportunity to cater to their individual learning style and to identify ways they can be invested in their own education. I love having the opportunity to be involved in that process, as I believe that education has the power to change lives.
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...Art, focusing on design and sculpture. During college I worked as a teaching assistant and after graduating, I worked as an educator for an environmental non-profit teaching middle and high school students hands on, experiential marine science lessons. I went to high school here in Tucson at Catalina Foothills and I studied abroad in Vancouver Island, Canada for two years, completing the I.B. diploma. My philosophy of education is focused on sharing my own passion...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...The result is a permanent and seismic shift in perspective--and most importantly, how they see themselves. While I remind all of my students striving and facilitating personal growth is admirable, I also emphasize that practice, enthusiasm, and dedication can help build the confidence and skills to perform and achieve in the classroom with consistency and joy. I aim to model this for them, as it was modeled for be by the educators in my family...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...to jump through these hoops and over these hurdles of education, students should understand why they are studying a particular thing, what its value is, and how it is relevant to them. The best way to do this is to make what they are learning fun, so that the work they are doing seems less like a task or chore. I try to make learning both relate-able and fun for all of my students. In...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...on test day -- and get the scores they want. I graduated magna cum laude from Boston College with a B.A. in English, and I am working on my Master's degree at New York University in Literary Reportage. I also have a degree in Documentary Film from George Washington University. I have worked as a writer and journalist for the past five years, and my expertise lies in helping students better their vocabulary, reading comprehension,...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...Portland State with a BA in English in the spring of 2014 and, after two years working in New Zealand and Argentina, I am back in the area to coach rowing and tutor before beginning my postgraduate studies in the fall. I am passionate about language, literature, and finding ways to help people improve their academic abilities (as well as their athletic abilities!). I'd love to help you un-puzzle your puzzles, develop your talents, and...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...at New York University in 2015. At NYU, I study Applied Psychology and Sociology with a minor in Music. My school experience is driven by a desire to understand people as individuals and what affects human wellbeing. Based on this understanding, I enjoy doing what I can to help other people grow and learn, which is what led me to become a tutor. I've been tutoring peers, siblings, and strangers since middle school, and my...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...10-12 and college students up to the graduate level.. One of my areas of expertise is in the preparation of SAT and ACT test-takers with a focus on reading and writing. In addition, I have assisted students in preparing college entrance essays. Over the last 30 years, I have been actively involved in US Government and politics through the work I do as a volunteer. This makes me uniquely qualified to tutor civics, history, policy...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...volunteered in the local adult literacy program, which gave me my first taste of the joys of teaching. Since then, I've mentored and tutored students in a variety of disciplines. I also have many years of experience as a professional freelance writer. While I'm equally comfortable tutoring elementary, middle school, and high school kids in all areas of study -- I've homeschooled my son (now 15 years old) in all subjects from Kindergarten on --...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...in English with a minor in Spanish. Currently, I am pursuing my Master’s degree in Comparative Literature at The CUNY Graduate Center with a language focus on Spanish texts and an interest in the American Romantic Movement. I have always had a strong interest in English grammar and composition, and I have tutored that subject area extensively both during my undergraduate studies and at present. My strength is SAT test prep, both Verbal and Writing,...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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...college, graduate/professional school, and scholarship applications and seeing them go on to achieve their educational and professional goals and contribute to their chosen fields. I feel that tutoring affords the opportunity to be part of a positive feedback cycle, instilling not only greater knowledge and mastery of a particular subject, but also enhanced confidence and enthusiasm, both for the subject matter and overall, which in turn leads to better academic performance and perpetuates increased confidence...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Western Springs, IL
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I am a University of Chicago graduate experienced in tutoring English, Writing, Biology, Nutrition, Public Policy, Philosophy, SAT and ACT. Since graduation, I have relocated to New York City and work for a market research company called Ipsos. I am a Research Analyst on the Syndicated Global Healthcare team. I am passionate about health, data analysis, and writing. In my free time, I enjoy weightlifting, Pilates, indoor rock climbing, cooking, and listening to House music.
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The SAT Subject Test in Literature invites high school students to showcase their knowledge of literature to colleges by answering multiple-choice literary analysis questions about provided passages. Students preparing for this SAT Subject Test need to master a large amount of specialized vocabulary that is used to describe features of poetry and prose. They also need to develop the ability to carefully read the content that a text presents, and to associate this content with tropes, allusions, and the characteristics of various kinds of literature from distinct time periods.
If you are facing the prospect of taking this exam and this all sounds a bit overwhelming, or you do not know how to study most effectively, a private tutor can help. Varsity Tutors can help you connect with a SAT Literature tutor who has excelled on this very exam, and who has the teaching ability to help you gain the test-taking skills and subject knowledge you need to give a stellar performance on test day.
SAT Subject Test instructors can make the wide range of material covered on this exam seem more manageable. They can take stock of your current familiarity with the various types of literary concepts that you might be asked about on the exam, and they can create a custom tailored tutoring plan that addresses the content you most need to review or revisit.
Many students have a difficult time identifying how exactly they should study. Every person is unique, so not every study method is going to work the same way for everyone. A skilled and experienced tutor can help you identify exactly how you should be studying so that you're not wasting time on methods that are not effective.
In addition to helping you with the course material, a private tutor can help you develop time management skills that will be extremely useful on test day. You will not have a lot of time to complete the SAT Subject Test, so it is imperative that you make the most of the time you do have. Your private tutor can give you tips on how much time you should be spending one each type of question and how to not waste time during the test.
Because all tutoring sessions are one-on-one, you can have your instructor's full attention throughout every lesson. This means that you can get your questions answered as they naturally arise and receive feedback on your work as soon as you finish it. Your tutor can also provide you with problems modeled after those you will face on the SAT Subject Test in Literature. Whether you need to work on expanding your vocabulary or learning to make sense of unfamiliar styles of poetry and prose, your tutor can help you do so. Tutoring is also as convenient as possible. You can schedule your sessions when and where it works best for you, enabling you to fit them into schedules that are full of other commitments.
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Recent Western Springs SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutoring Session Notes
We ran through some practice tests today and identified that poetry is something we should focus on. Because of the sometimes subjective nature of Lit answers we have taken to discussing competing compelling answers and trying to elucidate the style in which CB like to test. Furthermore, I introduced rigorous vocabulary building techniques to use while she is studying.
Today was our first session together. The student wants to do prep work for SAT subject tests in Literature and Math. Today we focused on the literature exam. After briefly going over the structure of the exam, we spent a majority of the time going over the diagnostic he had taken. For our next meeting, the student will take another practice exam and make flash cards for the literary/poetry terms he needs to know.
We spent our time reviewing the basic concepts the student needed to know in order to take the SAT 2 Literature, reviewing definitions necessary for understanding the questions provided on each passage. We also went over some test-taking strategies so that the test itself will be a little easier for him to take. As this was our final session, I encouraged him to do some studying on his own time.
We did a quick review of prose (fiction & non-fiction) and then jumped back into poetry. The student is doing well, so for homework she should do the next practice test in the book, timed, so we can see her progress.
Today we covered some hard literary analysis questions. He has strong guessing and elimination strategies. Afterward, we talked a bit about his college admissions essay and how to structure/outline to grab the reader's attention and sympathy.
Used this session primarily for the student to orient herself to the SAT Lit test: its content knowledge and time expectations, necessary vocabulary, and required analytical skills. Conducted guided practice of a diagnostic test, in which we examined sample passages of each type seen on the SAT Lit exam. Prioritized poetry analysis for further review, and began compiling a list of content-specific vocabulary to review and remember for test day. Thematic analysis of fiction and non-fiction prose, as well as grammar skills, are sound.
